One Pot Dinners (and One-Pan Favourites)
The best part of a one-pot dinner happens after you eat: there's barely anything to wash. Everything in this collection cooks in one pot, one pan or one sheet tray, so flavours mingle and cleanup takes minutes. It's where you'll find Swiss Älplermagronen with its creamy macaroni and potatoes, a silky Thai green curry with tofu, a warming Turkish lentil soup and a bubbling shakshuka.
59 recipes
Swiss Älplermagronen
Hearty Alpine macaroni with tender potatoes, caramelized sweet onions, melted Gruyère, and cool apple sauce on the side.
30 min · Swiss · Vegetarian
Smoky Spanish Chickpea & Spinach Stew
A Sevillian tapas favourite turned dinner: chickpeas and spinach in a smoky paprika-tomato sauce, with crusty bread for dunking.
25 min · Spanish · Vegan, Vegetarian
Greek Lemon-Oregano Sheet-Pan Chicken
Sunny Greek flavours with zero fuss: lemony chicken thighs, crispy potatoes, red onion, olives, and a cool tzatziki dollop.
45 min · Greek · High protein, Gluten free
Weeknight Shakshuka
Eggs gently poached in a cumin-spiced pepper and tomato sauce, finished with fresh herbs. Mop it all up with warm flatbread.
25 min · Middle eastern · Vegetarian, Gluten free
Moroccan Lamb & Apricot Tagine
A slow, fragrant weekend pot of tender lamb, sweet apricots, warm spices, and chickpeas, spooned over buttery couscous.
100 min · Moroccan · High protein, Dairy free
Turkish Red Lentil Soup (Mercimek)
Velvety, golden lentil soup with cumin, a hint of mint, and a squeeze of lemon. Cheap, cosy, and even better the next day.
30 min · Turkish · Vegan, Vegetarian
Kimchi Fried Rice with Fried Egg
The ultimate leftover-rice rescue: tangy kimchi, gochujang, and crispy rice crowned with a runny fried egg.
15 min · Korean · Vegetarian, Dairy free
Thai Green Curry with Crispy Tofu
Fragrant coconut green curry loaded with crispy tofu, green beans, and sweet peppers — cosy, bright, and fully plant-based.
30 min · Thai · Vegan, Vegetarian
Easy Shrimp Pad Thai
Tangy tamarind noodles tossed with juicy prawns, egg, crunchy beansprouts, and roasted peanuts. Better than takeaway, promise.
25 min · Thai · Pescatarian, Gluten free
Quick Brazilian Black Bean Stew with Farofa
A weeknight nod to feijoada: smoky black beans with sausage and orange-kissed greens, finished with crunchy toasted farofa.
35 min · Brazilian · High protein, Gluten free
Keto Garlic Butter Chicken with Zoodles
Golden garlic-butter chicken with Parmesan cream over silky courgette noodles. Low-carb, high-flavour, and done in 20.
20 min · American · Keto, Low carb
Bündner Barley Soup
A hug in a bowl from Graubünden: pearl barley, smoky bacon, and chunky root vegetables simmered into a thick, warming Alpine soup.
70 min · Swiss · Dairy free
Creamy Mushroom Risotto
Silky, golden risotto with deeply browned mushrooms, a splash of white wine, and plenty of Parmesan. Your 35-minute ticket to Italy.
35 min · Italian · Vegetarian, Gluten free
Kung Pao Chicken
Sticky, tingly, sweet-and-sour chicken with crunchy peanuts and dried chillies. Faster than ordering takeaway, and tastier too.
20 min · Chinese · High protein, Dairy free
Mushroom Mapo Tofu
A plant-based spin on the Sichuan icon: silky tofu and savoury minced mushrooms in a fiery, numbing chilli-bean sauce.
25 min · Chinese · Vegan, Vegetarian
Nasi Goreng with Chicken & Fried Egg
Indonesia's beloved fried rice: smoky, sweet-savoury kecap manis rice with chicken, topped with a crispy fried egg and fresh cucumber.
20 min · Indonesian · Dairy free, High protein
Ethiopian Misir Wot (Spiced Red Lentils)
Rich, warming red lentils slow-cooked with heaps of onion and berbere spice. Deeply comforting and naturally vegan.
40 min · Ethiopian · Vegan, Vegetarian
West African Peanut Stew
Creamy, gently spiced peanut and tomato stew with sweet potato, chickpeas, and greens. Hearty, vegan, and seriously satisfying.
35 min · African · Vegan, Vegetarian
Baked Cod Puttanesca
Flaky white fish baked in a punchy tomato sauce with olives, capers, and garlic. Light, bright, and ready in 25 minutes.
25 min · Mediterranean · Pescatarian, Gluten free
Weeknight Chana Masala
Tangy, warmly spiced chickpea curry that's on the table in 25 minutes. Budget-friendly, vegan, and one of those dinners everyone goes back for.
25 min · Indian · Vegan, Vegetarian
Thai Basil Pork (Pad Kra Pao)
Thailand's favourite street-food lunch: fiery stir-fried pork with holy basil over jasmine rice, crowned with a crispy fried egg.
15 min · Thai · High protein, Dairy free
Sizzling Shrimp Fajitas
Juicy smoky prawns with charred peppers and onions, wrapped in warm tortillas with avocado and lime. Fajita night in 20 minutes.
20 min · Mexican · Pescatarian, Dairy free
Chicken & Prawn Paella
A golden, saffron-scented rice pan with chicken, prawns, peppers, and peas, complete with the crispy bottom (socarrat) everyone fights over.
50 min · Spanish · Gluten free, Dairy free
Fondue Moitié-Moitié for Two
The legendary Swiss half-and-half fondue: Gruyère and Vacherin melted with white wine and a dash of Kirsch. Bring the bread, the potatoes and your best stories.
25 min · Swiss · Vegetarian
Bündner Pizokel with Savoy Cabbage
Hand-cut Graubünden dumplings tossed with buttery Savoy cabbage, golden onions and melted mountain cheese. Rustic Alpine soul food.
40 min · Swiss · Vegetarian
Pasta e Fagioli
Italy's thrifty, hearty bean and pasta soup with rosemary and garlic. Thick enough to eat with a fork, cozy enough for every week.
35 min · Italian · Vegan, Vegetarian
Garden Minestrone
A big, colourful bowl of vegetables, beans and little pasta in a tomato-herb broth. Light, filling and better the next day.
40 min · Italian · Vegan, Vegetarian
Trofie al Pesto Genovese
The Ligurian way: pasta, potatoes and green beans all cooked in one pot, then tossed with bright basil pesto. Carbs on carbs, and it works.
20 min · Italian · Vegetarian
Lemony Tuna & Caper Spaghetti
A store-cupboard hero: flaked tuna, lemon zest, capers, garlic and chilli tossed through spaghetti. Fifteen minutes, big flavour.
15 min · Italian · Pescatarian, Dairy free
Shrimp Saganaki
Juicy prawns baked in a garlicky tomato sauce with crumbled feta. Serve with crusty bread for mopping up every drop.
25 min · Greek · Pescatarian, High protein
One-Pan Greek Baked Orzo
Orzo baked with cherry tomatoes, olives, spinach and a whole block of feta that turns soft and creamy. Minimal effort, maximum cozy.
35 min · Greek · Vegetarian
Gigantes Plaki (Greek Baked Giant Beans)
Big, buttery beans baked in a dill-flecked tomato sauce until thick and sticky. Vegan, budget-friendly and loved all over Greece.
50 min · Greek · Vegan, Vegetarian
Gambas al Ajillo
Sizzling garlic prawns in golden olive oil with a hint of chilli. A tapas bar classic that becomes dinner with plenty of crusty bread.
15 min · Spanish · Pescatarian, Dairy free
Poulet à la Moutarde
Juicy chicken thighs in a creamy, tangy Dijon and white wine sauce. A French bistro hug with potatoes and green beans.
30 min · French · Gluten free, High protein
Turkish Menemen
Soft, silky scrambled eggs cooked into sweet peppers and juicy tomatoes with a pinch of Aleppo pepper. Turkey's favourite fast comfort, great with warm bread.
15 min · Turkish · Vegetarian, Dairy free
Mujadara (Lentils, Rice & Crispy Onions)
Humble, magnificent Levantine comfort: spiced lentils and rice crowned with a tangle of sweet, crispy onions. Vegan and cheap.
45 min · Lebanese · Vegan, Vegetarian
Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemon & Olives
Tender chicken braised with ginger, saffron, salty olives and fragrant preserved lemon, spooned over fluffy couscous.
60 min · Moroccan · Dairy free, High protein
Harira (Moroccan Lentil & Chickpea Soup)
Morocco's soul-warming soup of lentils, chickpeas, tomatoes and herbs, gently spiced and brightened with lemon.
50 min · Moroccan · Vegan, Vegetarian
Harissa Halloumi & Veg Traybake
Sweet roasted Mediterranean veg and chickpeas with spicy harissa and golden, honey-glazed halloumi. One tray, done.
35 min · Mediterranean · Vegetarian, Gluten free
Gyudon (Japanese Beef Bowl)
Thin slices of beef and sweet onion simmered in a savoury dashi-soy broth and piled over rice. Tokyo's favourite fast dinner.
20 min · Japanese · Dairy free, High protein
Veggie Yaki Udon
Thick, chewy udon noodles stir-fried with mushrooms, cabbage and carrot in a glossy soy-mirin sauce. Fifteen minutes to slurp heaven.
15 min · Japanese · Vegan, Vegetarian
Oyakodon (Chicken & Egg Rice Bowl)
'Parent and child' bowl: tender chicken and softly set egg simmered in sweet dashi-soy broth over rice. Gentle, cozy, very Japanese.
20 min · Japanese · Dairy free, High protein
15-Minute Shoyu Ramen with Jammy Egg
Savoury soy-ginger broth with springy ramen noodles, jammy eggs, pak choi and nori. Your cozy ramen shop, minus the queue.
25 min · Japanese · Dairy free
Dakgalbi (Spicy Korean Chicken Stir-Fry)
Chicken, cabbage and sweet potato stir-fried in a fiery gochujang sauce. A Chuncheon favourite that gets everyone round the pan.
30 min · Korean · Dairy free, High protein
Soondubu Jjigae (Soft Tofu Stew)
Bubbling, spicy Korean stew of silky soft tofu, kimchi and mushrooms with an egg cracked in at the end. Pure comfort in a bowl.
25 min · Korean · Dairy free
Prawn Egg Fried Rice
Better-than-takeaway fried rice with juicy prawns, fluffy egg, peas and spring onions. The best thing that ever happened to leftover rice.
15 min · Chinese · Pescatarian, Dairy free
Tom Kha Gai (Thai Coconut Chicken Soup)
Fragrant, creamy coconut soup with chicken, mushrooms, lemongrass and lime. Soothing, zingy and gluten-free.
30 min · Thai · Gluten free, Dairy free
Massaman Beef Curry
Slow-simmered beef and potatoes in a rich, mildly spiced coconut curry with peanuts and tamarind. A weekend showstopper.
120 min · Thai · Gluten free, Dairy free
Thai Red Curry with Prawns
Juicy prawns and crisp veg in a fragrant red coconut curry with Thai basil. Ready in 25, so no need for takeaway.
25 min · Thai · Pescatarian, Gluten free
Khao Pad (Thai Fried Rice)
Thai-style fried rice with chicken, egg, tomato and onion, finished with fish sauce and a squeeze of lime. Simple, satisfying street food.
15 min · Thai · Dairy free, High protein
Thit Kho (Vietnamese Caramel Pork & Eggs)
Melt-in-the-mouth pork and eggs braised in a glossy caramel and coconut water sauce. Sweet, salty and deeply comforting.
60 min · Vietnamese · Gluten free, Dairy free
Beef Rendang
Indonesia's legendary slow-cooked dry curry: beef simmered in coconut milk and spices until the sauce caramelises around every piece. Weekend magic.
150 min · Indonesian · Gluten free, Dairy free
Mie Goreng (Indonesian Fried Noodles)
Smoky, sweet-savoury fried egg noodles with chicken, cabbage and a kick of sambal. Indonesian street food in 20 minutes.
20 min · Indonesian · Dairy free, High protein
Dal Tadka
Golden, creamy yellow lentils finished with a sizzling tadka of cumin, garlic and chilli. India's everyday comfort and a vegan staple.
30 min · Indian · Vegan, Vegetarian
Aloo Gobi
Cauliflower and potatoes cooked with turmeric, ginger and warm spices until golden and tender. A cozy, budget-friendly vegan classic.
35 min · Indian · Vegan, Vegetarian
Chicken Biryani
Fragrant layers of spiced yoghurt chicken and saffron basmati with crispy onions and fresh herbs. A weekend celebration in one pot.
75 min · Indian · Gluten free, High protein
Goan Prawn Curry
Tangy, coconutty prawn curry with tamarind and gentle heat. Sunny Goan beach vibes on a Tuesday.
25 min · Indian · Pescatarian, Gluten free
Keema Matar
Spiced minced lamb with sweet peas, ginger and garam masala. A homely Indian one-pan dinner that's great for meal prep.
30 min · Indian · Gluten free, Dairy free
Chili con Carne
Rich, smoky beef and bean chili with a whisper of cocoa, simmered until thick. Even better tomorrow, which makes it a meal prep legend.
60 min · Mexican · Gluten free, Dairy free
How to build flavour in one pot
Start by browning: onions, spices or meat in the empty pot create the base everything else builds on. Add liquids in stages and scrape the bottom as you go. Delicate things like herbs and greens go in at the end.
Sheet-pan and one-pan dinners count too
A sheet tray in the oven is a one-pot dinner in disguise. The Greek sheet-pan chicken roasts meat and vegetables together, so you set a timer and walk away.
FAQ
- What is a one pot dinner?
- A meal cooked entirely in one pot, pan or tray, so there's less washing up.
- Are one pot dinners good for meal prep?
- Many are. Soups, stews and curries keep for two to three days in the fridge.
- Can I make them vegetarian?
- Several already are, like the lentil soup, green curry and shakshuka.
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